Shoe Carnival Reinstates CFO Jackson to Drive M&A for 215-Store Target
Shoe Carnival reinstalled W. Kerry Jackson as CFO in February to lead M&A and synergy initiatives supporting its plan to reach 215 stores by July 2026. His prior tenure as treasurer and EVP positions him to drive strategic expansion and improve profitability.
1. CFO Reappointment and Background
In February Shoe Carnival reinstated W. Kerry Jackson as CFO following a two-year sabbatical. Jackson previously served as treasurer and executive vice president before retiring in May 2023, and returned in June 2025 to lead business development, M&A integration and synergy capture efforts.
2. Expansion and M&A Focus
Jackson will spearhead merger and acquisition activities and oversee integration processes to support Shoe Carnival’s strategic goal of expanding to 215 stores by July 2026. His deep operational knowledge is expected to accelerate execution of growth initiatives and enhance overall profitability.